Diuretic
Diuretic
medications
Alternate names
furosemide (Lasix™), hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) spironolactone, torsemide, water pill
Toxicity to pets
Diuretics, often called “water pills”, encourage the kidneys to void extra body water and salts. Clinical signs of excessive urination, dehydration, vomiting, diarrhea, and unsteady gait can occur in companion animals following an overdose of a diuretic. Be aware that diuretic + cardiac drug combination medications are available; ingestion of these combination pills can greatly worsen the severity of poisoning in pet animals.
Disclaimer
The content of this page is not veterinary advice. A number of factors (amount of substance ingested, size of the animal, allergies, etc.) determine what is toxic to a particular pet. If you think your pet has eaten something potentially toxic, call Pet Poison Helpline or seek immediate veterinary treatment.
